1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Spark (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 10 kg more than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Spark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Allard Palm Beach | 2009 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | Palm Beach | Spark |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
